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Vauxhall VX 4 1962

General information

ModelVauxhall VX 4
Year1962
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1505 ccm (91.84 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1505 ccm (91.84 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power72.00 PS (53 kW or 71 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque119.00 Nm (12.1 kgf-m or 87.8 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.3:1
Bore x stroke79.4 x 76.2 mm (3.1 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0783 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4140 litres (1,094 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (401.6 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight920 kg (2,028.3 pounds)
Overall length4410 mm (173.6 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2550 mm (100.4 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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